Pantone 137 C to RAL

Convert Pantone 137 C to its closest RAL equivalent. The best match is RAL 2007 (Luminous bright orange) with ΔE 5.0.

Color Values

HEX	#FFA300
RGB	255, 163, 0
CMYK	0%, 36%, 100%, 0%
HSL	38°, 100%, 50%
LAB	74.5, 25.0, 78.7
LCH	74.5, 82.5, 72.4°

Contrast & Readability

On White	2.00:1 — Fail
On Black	10.49:1 — AAA

Top 5 RAL Matches for Pantone 137 C

RAL Code	Name	HEX	ΔE
RAL 2007	Luminous bright orange	#FFA420	5.0
RAL 1033	Dahlia yellow	#F3A505	6.4
RAL 1037	Sun yellow	#F39F18	6.7
RAL 1028	Melon yellow	#F4A900	7.8
RAL 1006	Maize yellow	#E4A010	12.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

What RAL color is equivalent to Pantone 137 C?

The closest RAL equivalent to Pantone 137 C is RAL 2007 (Luminous bright orange) with a Delta E of 4.98. Noticeable difference. Note that Pantone and RAL use different color models, so an exact 1:1 match is rarely possible.

What is the HEX code for Pantone 137 C?

The approximate HEX value for Pantone 137 C is #FFA300. In RGB: (255, 163, 0). In CMYK: (0%, 36%, 100%, 0%). In LAB: (74.5, 25.0, 78.7). These are digital approximations — the actual printed Pantone ink may appear slightly different on paper.

What does Delta E (ΔE) mean?

Delta E (ΔE) measures the perceptual difference between two colors in CIE Lab color space. ΔE < 1 is imperceptible to the human eye. ΔE 1–2 is a very close match. ΔE 2–3.5 is perceptible but acceptable for most industrial applications. ΔE > 5 represents a significant visible difference.

Psychology & Uses of Orange Tones

Orange radiates enthusiasm, creativity, and vitality. RAL oranges (2xxx) are standard in high-visibility safety equipment, traffic cones, and construction signage. Pantone oranges are favored by tech companies, sports brands, and food & beverage industries.